How much does it cost for babysitters to use Sittercity?

Babysitters can create detailed profiles, search and apply to jobs, message with families, and book interviews for free on Sittercity. Babysitters have the option to pay for background checks to run on themselves to stand out to families. However, families can also offer to pay for background checks on babysitters as well.

How much do babysitters make?

According to the latest Sittercity data, babysitters in the US typically charge $17.50 an hour. But your hourly rate can vary significantly depending on the cost of living in your area, the duties and responsibilities in the job description, and your state’s minimum wage laws. There’s no perfect calculator to determine your rate, but it’s important to factor in everything you have to offer a family.

Why are babysitters taxes important?

There are a lot of risk factors with getting paid “off the books,” but there are also a lot of benefits to getting paid “on the books.” Those benefits include verifiable income, a legal employment history, unemployment benefits, social security and medicare benefits, and worker’s compensation.

What career opportunities do I have as a babysitter?

A babysitter is a child care provider who doesn’t have a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a babysitter position and career. Because your work with each family is part-time, you can work with multiple families at the same time. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or for nights or weekends when the family needs care.

When do babysitters work?

Depending on the job responsibilities and schedules negotiated with the family, babysitters could work at any time. This includes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or at night. And on weekdays or on the weekend.

How do babysitters find jobs?

On Sittercity, babysitters can browse jobs based on their zip code. They can craft their online resume by creating a detailed profile. They can apply to jobs, message with interested parents, and schedule interviews. Many babysitters will also negotiate a contract with families to make sure the details of the job are clear on both sides.

What are things babysitters do with kids?

There are a lot of fun things that babysitters do with kids. Both indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts projects, baking, sports, and field trips.

How can babysitters make extra money?

There are a few ways that babysitters can make some extra income. They can create relationships with more families to increase their opportunities to get hired for a sitting. Babysitters can also offer to care for kids on holidays so that the parents can celebrate on their own. Like on Valentine’s day.

$16–20/hr
Copperas Cove, TX • 10 miles away

Part-time sitter for 2 self reliant boys.

2 children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 02/07

5:00pm - 11:00pm (flexible)

Family with 2 boys. Ages 7 and 11. Both are able to take care of themselves.
Supervise kids. Both are self reliant. Both are able to watch TV, play games etc.
Will be used hopefully once a month for date nights.

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$10–43/hr
Fort Hood, TX • Less than a mile

Occasional nanny/ sitter for 2 yr Old...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Single military mom. My son will be 3 in April. He is nonverbal / autistic.
Occasional sittings. Mostly at night and occasional weekends (Saturday).
Will be moving to Killeen early February.

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$10–16/hr
Killeen, TX • 9 miles away

Part-time sitter for one energetic toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:00am - 4:00pm

We are a family of three looking for someone to care for our son in our home during work hours. I will also be at home, but mainly in my office. Preferably Spanish speaking, but not mandatory.
Need sitter to clean up after my son and make meals as well as play and learn with my son.

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$10–12/hr
Killeen, TX • 5 miles away

Daycare closed 12/23 need A sitter for a 2...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

I’m a single mom. Work somewhat full time. Just moved from Florida to Texas. We love cats but wish to have some some day hehe.
Just to be with a 2 year old. She loves to play and my mom got her used to watching movies. She tells you when she has to go potty. She will be on and off getting to learn... More

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$15–17/hr
Fort Hood, TX • Less than a mile

Full time sitter for a happy 11 month old!!

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 11:00am (flexible)

Hello! Both me and my son live on base. He’s 11 months and I’m 21! I’m a single mom and I’m really looking someone to help and understand my situation. I’m a single parent in the military that only provides with 1 income.

I need someone who’s able to come to my house and babysit my son! And ofc... More

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$10–11/hr
Copperas Cove, TX • 10 miles away

Part-time/special occasion sitter for two...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

We are a military family.Both parents work full time.Two children will need care.
I need a sitter for bedtime for my 4 year done and my 3 month old daughter need night care.
The mother of the family works a rotating schedule

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$10–15/hr
Harker Heights, TX • 4 miles away

Baby sitter for last weekdays of December.

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Here on job. Don’t have much to do but explore Texas. Very small family.
Just care for the little one. Runs a lot.
Will love chocolate on every thing so avoid seeets. Loves playing soccer so have energy.
Working from 8-4

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$16–20/hr
Killeen, TX • 9 miles away

Weekday, day time sitter needed

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

8:30am - 3:30pm

We are a work from home family with 1 year old. We need someone to watch her during the day
Just watch daughter while we are at home working. Maybe prepare a small snack

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$17–21/hr
Belton, TX • 19 miles away

Part-time sitter for date night (6yo and 1yo)

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

14mo toddler (boy) and 6yo daughter need a sitter for parents' night out once or twice a month on Fridays. Serve dinner (already prepared) and snacks and put kids to bed if needed.

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$14–20/hr
Fort Hood, TX • Less than a mile

After school care for preschooler

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

3:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

Looking for a after school sitter for our preschooler, pick up from on post elementary school

Pick son up from preschool and watch him until mom/dad get off work. No later than 5 pm

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$10–12/hr
Copperas Cove, TX • 10 miles away

Baby sitter for one happy toldder

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00pm - 5:00pm (flexible)

We are an awesome family of 3. Our daughter is amazing and we need help with a trustworthy person.
Take care of my almost 2 year old. Snack and play time. My daughter is fun and will not give e you that much trouble .

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$15–19/hr
Killeen, TX • 9 miles away

Sitter for 1 toddler

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

Someone will always be home until we are more familiar with the babysitter. Looking for a regular sitter to baby sit when needed. We have 2 small dogs.
Play with child. Make sure diaper is changed often. I will prep meals and snacks, just needs to follow feeding schedule. Take child for outside... More

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$18–22/hr
Killeen, TX • 4 miles away

Infant care (2 hours on weekday evenings)

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I have a baby boy and two fur-babies. Our son was born Aug2024 and regularly attends daycare.
Both parents occasionally have to work later than our daycare is open. Looking for assistance picking our son up and caring for him until we return from work. Care can flexibly be in our... More

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$15–20/hr
Belton, TX • 19 miles away

Date Sitter for our 7 year old

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

On an as-needed basis

My husband and I are looking for a date night babysitter to watch our 7 year old girl occasionally.
We would want the sitter to actively engage our daughter by playing games, Barbie, doing crafts, etc. Feed her and clean up after. Help her get ready for bed.

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